What Are the Signs and Symptoms of Sleep Apnea?

The most common signs of sleep apnea are:

• Loud snoring
  
• Choking or gasping during sleep
  
• Fighting sleepiness during the day (even at work or while driving)
  

Your family members may notice the symptoms before you do. Otherwise, you will likely not be aware that you have problems breathing while you are asleep.

Others signs of sleep apnea may include:

• Morning headaches
  
• Memory or learning problems
  
• Feeling irritable
  
• Not being able to concentrate on your work
  
• Mood swings or personality changes; perhaps feeling depressed
  
• Dry throat when you wake up
  
• Frequent urination at night